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College to Real-World Style: Elly of Flying Elephants

In preparation for a new school year, Handbag Heaven University snagged a little closet inspiration from the most put-together college gals and twenty-somethings we know. Take a peek at how they styled the must-haves featured on our college closet timeline, and be sure to check back regularly for more college-to-real-world style cues!

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Our latest HHU highlight is the ever-adorable Elly of Flying Elephants. This style blogger has a flair for pairing chic patterns, colors, and textures together in ladylike and playful ways. We love Elly’s zest for life that shines through her blog and her outfits! Browse Elly’s college-to-real-world staples, and take a tip or two for pulling them off as effortlessly as she does:

Envelope Clutch

College to Real-World Staple: Envelope Clutch

College to Real-World Staple: Envelope Clutch

Yep, that’s our Mallory Studded Clutch!

Little Black Dress

College to Real-World Staple: Little Black Dress

College to Real-World Staple: Little Black Dress

Leather Jacket

College to Real-World Staple: The Leather Jacket

College to Real-World Staple: The Leather Jacket

Skinny Jeans

College to Real-World Staple: Skinny Jeans

College to Real-World Staple: Skinny Jeans

Classic Blazer

College to Real-World Staple: The Classic Blazer

College to Real-World Staple: The Classic Blazer

Everyday Cardigan

College to Real-World Staple: Everyday Cardigan

Collared Coat

College to Real-World Staple: Collared Coat

A special thanks to Elly for sharing her style, and make sure to check back on the blog from now through September for more collegiate looks! Don’t forget to pin our interactive timeline From Freshman Gal to Real-World Lady: Building a College Wardrobe for your closet, too!

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August 29th, 2013 by Molly in Fashion Blogger, Featured Handbags, Handbag Heaven University | Permalink

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